COLUMBIAMEMORIAL.ORG Early Spring 2026 3 replacements now make up the majority of hip and knee replacements at CMH. “I am incredibly proud of our team for achieving 500 Mako robotic-assisted joint replacements in just over two years,” says Nicole Williams, COO/Assistant CEO. “This accomplishment reflects not only the expertise of our orthopedic surgeons, but also the tireless work of the OR, clinic and support teams who make each procedure possible. Their dedication ensures our patients benefit from safer, more precise and more personalized care, and they’ve helped establish CMH as the regional leader in robotic-assisted surgery.” How the Mako works The Mako has been the leading total joint robotic surgery technology since its launch on the market in 2006. It combines three key components — 3D CT-based planning, AccuStop™ haptic technology and insightful data analytics — into one platform that has shown quicker recovery and better outcomes for patients. With the Mako, our surgeons know more about patients than ever before , and there is less room for error. With increased precision, they can cut less, which means less soft tissue damage and greater bone preservation. Care close to home CMH is the only hospital offering Mako procedures on the North Coast. The closest nearby Mako units are in the Olympia, Washington, or Portland metro areas. The Mako was the first robotic-assisted surgical procedure offered at CMH. Since bringing the Mako to Astoria, CMH has also added another roboticassisted technology, Aquablation, to the CMHOHSU Health Urology Clinic. There are plans to add other robotic-assisted services to the hospital expansion when it opens in late 2027. Curious about the Mako? Learn more about robotic-assisted joint replacement with the Mako at columbiamemorial.org/mako.
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